The role of the certified nurse anesthetist is an integral part of a patient's healthcare experience. While shadowing a CRNA, I learned a lot about the perioperative care required for a patient's procedure to ensure a smooth transition between medical procedures. Critical thinking, communication skills, and dedication to lifelong learning are among the few qualities required to succeed as a CRNA. The CRNA role is deeply rooted in nursing practice and focuses on patient care as they work under the supervision of a physician. The primary focus of the role of a nurse anesthetist is patient care and comfort and pain relief. The nurse's job as a CRNA is to first gather important medical history from the patient while performing an assessment so that they can prepare the best method to keep the patient comfortable throughout the surgical procedure. The nurse anesthetist is often the first person in the operating room due to the need to prepare for the upcoming case. They CRNAs are also usually the last person to leave the side of the ...